Collegial network supports port communities in west Africa
UNCTAD’s TrainForTrade port management programme has created a network to help port communities reboot their economies from the COVID-19 crisis. Godwin Alini has had an impressive career in port management. Starting as an intern in 1999, more than 20 years…
Peruvian port manager scales greater heights
The UNCTAD TrainForTrade programme offers port professionals opportunities for training, networking and knowledge sharing. acqueline Paredes Corrales, a Peruvian port manager and industrial engineer, has transformed her professional life by taking part in training workshops conducted by the UNCTAD TrainForTrade…
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Covid-19 and maritime transport: Impact and responses
Chapter 1: COVID-19 IMPACT ON MARITIME TRADE AND PORT CALLS Chapter 2: IMPLICATIONS FOR LINER SHIPPING CONNECTIVITY Chapter 3: RESPONSE MEASURES ACROSS THE MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN
Digital Identity For Trade and Development: case studies in South East Asia
As connectivity within South-East Asia grows, it is critical for governments to put in place frameworks and mechanisms to leverage these developments and increase the use of digital platforms, while ensuring that there is proper governance, trust and authentication measures…
Practices on e-commerce: TRAINFORTRADE case studies in South-East Asia
Digital marketplaces could drive sustainable and inclusive growth across South-East Asia, with e-commerce likely to grow to US$88 billion by 2025. Benefits will include opening of markets to facilitate sales and consumption, upgrading of traditional manufacturing and services, and development…